User manual YAMAHA EXCITER TWIN-1998

[. . . ] O w n e r 's Manual TO THE OWNER Thank you for choosing a Yamaha Jet Boat. This Owner's Manual contains information you will need for proper operation, maintenance, and care. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your new Yamaha. If you have any questions about the operation or maintenance of your Jet Boat, please consult a Yamaha dealer. YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U. S. A. [. . . ] Do not operate where people are swimming. Always attach the engine stop switch lanyard to your personal flotation device before operating. You and all other passengers must always wear a U. S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation device when riding in the Jet Boat. You should consider wearing water shoes, eye protection, gloves, and other protective apparel. Water sports increase your risk of injury from contact with your boat, other vessels, docks, rocks, or coral. Waterskiiers must also wear a wetsuit to protect against jet thrust or impact with the water surface, particularly as speeds increase. Normal swimming attire may not adequately protect you. Grip the wheel firmly and keep both feet on the deck when driving the Jet Boat. LEARNING TO OPERATE YOUR JET BOAT Before boating, always perform the Pre-Operation Checks listed on page 3-4. The short time spent checking the machine's condition will reward you with added safety and a more reliable Jet Boat. 3-15 3 OPERATION BOATING WITH PASSENGERS When one or more passengers are on board, the boat may handle differently, so operating it requires a higher degree of skill. Remember: Your Jet Boat is designed for one operator and up to four passengers only. Never have more than five people in the Jet Boat. Passengers should sit so the weight in the boat is balanced from side to side as much as possible. If the passenger seat in front of the helm is used, be sure the operator's view ahead is not obstructed. Passengers must sit in one of the seats and hold onto the grips while putting both feet on the deck. ________________ When passengers are on board, make sure they are seated and holding on before you start to accelerate. An unprepared passenger could lose balance and fall. WARNING BOARDING FROM THE WATER ________________ Strong streams of water from the jet nozzles can be dangerous, and can result in serious injury when directed at body orifices (rectum and vagina). Do not board from the rear, use swim platform, or swim behind boat if engines are running. Stay away from the back of the boat when engines are running. WARNING 1) Be sure engines are off, then move to the stern of the boat. Put a foot on the rear boarding step and grab the boarding handles in the swim platform. 2) Climb up onto the swim platform, then climb over the engine hatch and sit in one of the seats provided. CAUTION: ___________ Do not use control levers as grab handles because damage can occur. 3-16 OPERATION BOARDING FROM A DOCK OR LANDING JETTY 1) Board the boat from the side. One person should board at a time by stepping into the boat. [. . . ] coverage is transferrable to a new owner if you sell or trade-in. That can make your Yamaha Jet Boat much more valuable!plan coverage is only available to Yamaha owners like you, and only while your Yamaha is still within the first year of the Yamaha Limited Warranty period. So visit your authorized Yamaha dealer to get all the facts. [. . . ]